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RIGHT BIAS

History

The Imaginative Conservative is an online journal associated with the Texas-based Free Enterprise Institute (FEI). It focuses on traditional conservative values, cultural commentary, and religious reflection from a Christian conservative perspective. The content includes literary, historical, and religious elements emphasizing moral and cultural conservatism. The journal often features content supporting traditional conservative values and has an author page dedicated to Donald J. Trump, indicating clear alignment with his political views.

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Funded by / Ownership

The Free Enterprise Institute owns the Imaginative Conservative. Its financial backing comes from conservative donors and foundations aligned with FEI’s mission. W. Winston Elliott III is among the journal’s editorial leadership.

Analysis / Bias

The Imaginative Conservative shows a strong right-wing bias, particularly in its focus on Christian values, and it does not shy away from promoting pro-Trump and pro-religious content.

For example, the essay “Washed in the Blood of Christ: Athanasius Becker,” which discusses the doctrine of Christ’s atonement, is heavily theological and emphasizes core Christian beliefs in salvation through Jesus Christ. It does not directly touch on contemporary politics but reiterates the journal’s commitment to religious conservative values. The emphasis on religious devotion over secular concerns fits into a broader narrative of moral restoration as a solution to modern social issues, a frequent theme in conservative circles. The article references Corinthians 11:29 from the Bible (RSVCE version).

Additionally, the journal has an author page dedicated to Donald J. Trump. This page features articles that include Trump’s speeches, statements, and policy positions. While it’s unlikely that Trump himself writes for the publication, including an author page under his name signifies a strong endorsement of his ideas and policies. By presenting his speeches and statements without critical analysis or alternative perspectives, the publication moves beyond purely philosophical exploration into political advocacy.

Therefore, while the journal employs literary and philosophical references to bolster its arguments, this approach can function as a means to promote particular politicians and ideologies. In essence, the philosophical discourse in The Imaginative Conservative appears to support its pro-Trump agenda. This strategy aligns with the journal’s overall mission but raises questions about the objectivity and neutrality associated with philosophical inquiry. The use of philosophical themes may serve to legitimize and reinforce their political positions, potentially disguising advocacy as impartial reflection.

There is evidence of the promotion of pseudoscience regarding Covid-19 vaccines (see below) and through the use of the Bible as a source for claims.

Failed Fact Checks

• The article “Is It Morally Permissible to Receive the COVID Vaccines?” claims the Johnson and Johnson COVID-19 vaccine is made from aborted fetus cells. – False

Overall, we rate The Imaginative Conservative as Right-Biased based on its strong promotion of conservative and pro-Trump ideologies. We also rate them Mixed for factual reporting due to poor sourcing practices, the promotion of pseudoscience, and a documented false claim. (M. Huitsing 10/10/2024)

Source: https://theimaginativeconservative.org/

Last Updated on October 10, 2024 by Media Bias Fact Check

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